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New Research Study: Can Hydrogen Be Used to Treat COPD?

Feb 28, 2018 6:00:54 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks

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Air Pollution, occupational dust, chemical fumes, cigarette smoking as well as second hand smoking can irritate the lungs. Long-term exposure to such lung irritants can lead to inflammation and the development of lung problems in some people.

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Cough Suppression Techniques: How to Prevent and Stop Coughing Attacks

Feb 28, 2018 5:56:46 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks

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For many people with COPD, a chronic cough is an ever-present feature in their lives. This can be very disruptive to daily life and leave you feeling tired and fatigued.

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How to Improve Your COPD Symptoms With Good Posture

Feb 28, 2018 5:54:52 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks

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Breathing comfortably is a constant struggle for people living with COPD, and bad posture can make it even more difficult to breathe. Unfortunately, many people with COPD do not practice good posture, and the disease itself can lead to unhealthy slouching habits.


The good news is that, if you do struggle with bad posture, you might be able to improve your COPD symptoms simply by changing how you position your body. By paying attention to how you sleep, sit, stand, and lie down, you can make adjustments that reduce the strain on your lungs and muscles and make it easier to breathe.

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COPD vs Asthma: Everything You Need to Know

Feb 28, 2018 5:31:12 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Respiratory Resource Center, asthma

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Asthma and COPD are often confused, but they are two very different diseases. Even though they both cause similar respiratory symptoms, they affect the lungs in distinct and different ways.

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Chronic Pain and COPD: What You Need to Know

Feb 28, 2018 5:16:33 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Tips and Hacks, diet

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COPD is best known for it's respiratory symptoms, like coughing and difficulty breathing, but people with COPD have to deal with a plethora of other symptoms as well. One of these is chronic pain, which stems from a variety of COPD-related symptoms and complications.
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Various Ways COPD Takes Its Toll on Patients

Feb 28, 2018 5:11:35 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center

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A new study of more than 2000 individuals who are diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) found that patients struggle with a range of other physical and emotional symptoms, which go beyond the respiratory impairments that are well known to providers.

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The Complete Guide to Managing Your COPD in the Winter

Feb 28, 2018 5:00:32 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks

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If you have COPD, then you know that your lungs are particularly sensitive to the environment and the quality of the air you breathe. Even minor irritants like dust, smog, or cold air can worsen your symptoms and make it even more difficult to breathe.

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Disinfectant Used in Hospitals Tied to COPD

Feb 28, 2018 4:59:34 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center

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Studies find that use of disinfectants once every week can increase the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by as much as 32%. This according to a joint 30-year study by the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM) and Havard University which found that the use of products such as glutaraldehyde, hydrogen peroxide, bleach, alcohol and quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) (commonly found in furniture and floor disinfectants) increased the risk of developing COPD by 22 – 32 % in an occupational setting.

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Common COPD Complications and How To Manage Them

Feb 28, 2018 4:57:58 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks, oxygen therapy

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In both developed and undeveloped countries around the world, it is estimated that 9-10% of people are affected by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Experts have made a prediction that by 2020, it will be the third leading cause of death in the world as the population ages and people continue to smoke. More than 12 million people have been diagnosed with COPD in the United States alone and it is the third leading cause of death claiming more than 120,000 American lives each year.

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Pneumonia and COPD: Everything You Need to Know to Be Prepared

Feb 28, 2018 4:23:39 AM / by Duke Reeves posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment

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Winter and cold season are right around the corner, and it's important if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that you avoid pneumonia and remain healthy this season.

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